Media advisory - Minister Joly to announce support to strengthen Canada’s venture capital ecosystem

TORONTO, Oct. 21, 2026 /CNW/ — The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, will announce support to strengthen Canada’s venture capital ecosystem.

Date: Thursday, October 22, 2026

Time: 1:30 (ET)

Location: Toronto, Ontario

Members of the media are asked to contact ISED Media Relations at [email protected] to receive event location details and confirm their attendance.

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